DMC 3836 Light Grape
DMC 3836 Light Grape is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#BA91AA and RGB 186, 145, 170. The closest substitute is DMC 24 Light Plum.
Color values
| DMC code | 3836 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Grape |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #BA91AA |
| RGB | 186, 145, 170 |
| HSL | 323°, 23%, 65% |
Hex and RGB values describe how the thread renders on screen; dye lots and lighting make real floss vary slightly.
Closest DMC substitutes
| Substitute | Details | Closeness |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Light Plum | View color | Close |
| 3042 Light Antique Violet | View color | Close |
| 554 Light Violet | View color | Similar |
| 26 Light Lavender | View color | Similar |
| 3727 Light Antique Mauve | View color | Similar |
| 210 Medium Lavender | View color | Similar |
Ratings use perceptual CIELAB color distance, the same math as the DMC color matcher. Compare physical skeins in daylight before substituting in large areas.
How to use DMC 3836 in patterns
Light Grape sits in the Pinks family and works as a soft floral and skin-detail color. It is a natural fit for flowers, blush, baby patterns, romantic motifs, and gentle highlights, and for lighter detail in portraits, pets, and gifts.
- Pairs well with cream neutrals, muted greens, soft browns.
- Pattern ideas: baby samplers, floral patterns, wedding gifts.
- Also useful for soft accents when red would feel too strong.
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